1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 309 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Olympia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |